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SAFE RIDING TIPS
Posture
Proper vehicle riding starts with proper posture.
1. Keep your elbows relaxed and flexible.
2. Sit and adjust yourself on seat so that arms and
shoulders are relaxed.
3. Look widely instead of gazing at one point.
Warning
One-hand riding is dangerous. Keep both hands
firmly on the handle bar and both feet securely on the
floor board. Under no circumstances should both the
hands be removed from the handle bar, as it is very
dangerous.
Avoid use of mobile phones while riding as it could
lead to fatal accident.
Slow down to a safe speed before negotiating a
corner. If this is the first time that you are riding a
vehicle of this type, we suggest that you practice on a
safe, open area to become thoroughly familiar with
the operation of the vehicle.
Cornering
When cornering, centrifugal force works in a direction
perpendicular to the direction in which the vehicle is
moving. Centrifugal force increases in proportion with
speed and the radius of the corner.
During cornering, reduce speed so as to lessen the
effects of centrifugal force. By all means, avoid abrupt
application of brake or sudden steering.
Braking
For safe riding, it is very important to master the
braking techniques.
1. Close / release the throttle.
2. Hold the vehicle upright as you apply the brake.
3. Progressive application of brake is safer.
4. Apply both the brakes.
5. Riding down hills, while cornering and wet roads
close throttle and come to a slower speed to avoid
the loss of control over the vehicle due to
skidding.
Causes for poor braking
1. If the brake shoes or drum are worn out or if there
is water or oil on them, sufficient friction does not
develop and brakes do not work well.
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